How to make a Pumpkin Piano! (using a Makey Makey!) | Maddie Moate

How to make a Pumpkin Piano! (using a Makey Makey!) | Maddie Moate

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Biology, Science, Other, Engineering, Physics

1st - 6th Grade

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The video tutorial demonstrates how to create a piano using pumpkins, a laptop, and a Makey Makey. It begins with an introduction to circuits, explaining how electricity flows through a circuit to power a light bulb. The concept of conductivity is discussed, highlighting how materials like metal and water can conduct electricity. The tutorial then guides viewers through building a pumpkin piano, using pumpkins as conductive elements to complete circuits and produce sound. The video concludes with a demonstration of the pumpkin piano playing a Halloween-themed song.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main idea behind creating a piano using pumpkins?

To use pumpkins as a source of electricity

To test the durability of pumpkins

To demonstrate the concept of circuits using pumpkins

To create a Halloween decoration

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is necessary for a light bulb to turn on in a circuit?

A complete circuit without gaps

A very bright light bulb

A large battery

A long wire

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does a switch play in a circuit?

It increases the voltage

It creates a gap that can be controlled

It changes the color of the light bulb

It reduces the current

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why can pumpkins be used in circuits?

They are made of metal

They contain a lot of water

They are hollow

They are orange

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a Makey Makey used for in the pumpkin piano project?

To power the pumpkins

To connect the pumpkins to the laptop

To change the color of the pumpkins

To make the pumpkins glow

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the circuit completed in the pumpkin piano setup?

By using a long wire

By connecting the pumpkins directly to the battery

By using a person to complete the circuit

By placing the pumpkins in water

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What precaution is mentioned regarding the use of electricity in the project?

Ensure adult supervision

Avoid using water

Always use a large battery

Do not use metal wires